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[Percutaneous nephropyelostomy in children (author's transl)]
Rofo : Fortschritte Auf Dem Gebiete Der Rontgenstrahlen Und Der Nuklearmedizin
|May 1, 1979
Summary
Fine needle percutaneous nephropyelostomy is a successful technique for pediatric urinary tract obstruction, aiding in renal function assessment and therapeutic interventions. While effective, catheter dislodgement occurred in two cases.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Urology
- Interventional Nephrology
Context:
- Urinary tract obstruction in children presents significant clinical challenges.
- Accurate assessment of renal function and perfusion pressure is crucial for management.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of fine needle percutaneous nephropyelostomy in pediatric patients.
- To assess its utility in evaluating renal function and as a therapeutic tool.
Summary:
- Fine needle percutaneous nephropyelostomy was successful in 20 of 21 children with urinary tract obstruction.
- The procedure proved valuable for assessing renal function recovery and measuring perfusion pressure.
- It was utilized therapeutically for critically ill children preoperatively and for managing post-surgical urinary tract complications.
Impact:
- This minimally invasive technique offers a valuable option for managing pediatric urinary tract obstruction.
- It aids in both diagnostic assessment and therapeutic intervention, potentially improving patient outcomes.
- Awareness of potential complications like catheter dislodgement is important for clinical practice.